Yankees' seven-game skid prompts captain Aaron Judge to demand more focus

The New York Yankees have dropped seven straight games, their worst stretch of the 2026 MLB season, including a 6‑2 loss to the Detroit Tigers that extended the streak. The team, carrying one of the league’s highest payrolls, has struggled on the mound and at the plate, with relief pitcher Camilo Doval taking the loss and the defense committing multiple errors.

Captain Aaron Judge, sidelined with a fractured rib, has been vocal in the clubhouse despite missing a month of play. Judge told teammates the problem goes beyond injuries, citing a "little lack of concentration" and urging the squad to "step up" and remember their World Series goal. While he did not name specific players, he indicated he spoke with some teammates and plans broader discussions to restore focus.